History can bring self-awareness to the modern, self-centered leadership industry with programs like ICMA’s Gettysburg Leadership Institute.

We’re not exactly Batman and Robin, but the best manager–assistant duos share the same essentials: trust, timing, and the ability to handle chaos without needing to say a word.

Our leadership doesn’t have to look like theirs to be powerful.

The many parallels between the manager’s responsibilities then and now

With his glass half full and strong sense of optimism, Peter Crichton tells the remarkable story of his unique leadership journey in local government and public service.

Take a peek at what's planned for the 2025 ICMA Annual Conference, October 25-29, in Tampa/Hillsborough County, Florida!